A Handy Guide to Luggage Storage in Tokyo—Simplified!
Ever wished you could explore Tokyo or outside of Tokyo without dragging around a heavy suitcase?
Good news—Tokyo makes it super easy with a wide range of luggage storage options. From coin lockers to app-based services, here’s how to travel light and roam free.
My Experience Using Tokyo’s Lockers
Only taking 1 of the 3 luggages to Kawaguchiko.
When I was in Japan back in May 2025, I stored two large suitcases in a locker before heading from Shinjuku to Kawaguchiko on the Shinkansen.
Since oversized luggage on the Shinkansen requires a reservation, lockers were the perfect option—especially since we also had a stroller to manage.
No worries, though: at major hubs like Tokyo, Shinjuku, and Shibuya Stations—even at airports, shopping malls, and smaller stations like Shimbashi—lockers are widely available and super easy to use.
Where to Find Lockers in Tokyo
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Coin lockers are everywhere in Tokyo. You’ll find them at:
- Major train stations like Shinjuku, Tokyo, and Shibuya
- Airports including Narita and Haneda
- Shopping malls, tourist attractions, and even smaller stations
Lockers usually come in small, medium, and large sizes.
- Small: Good for backpacks or shopping bags
- Medium: Fits most carry-ons
- Large: Can hold a 28-inch suitcase (sometimes even two small bags)
💡 Klook Tip: Larger lockers at busy stations tend to fill up fast—check further inside the station for better luck.
How Much Does Luggage Storage in Tokyo Cost?
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You can expect to pay around ¥300–¥1,000 per day, depending on the size:
- Small lockers: ~¥300–¥400
- Medium lockers: ~¥500–¥600
- Large lockers: ~¥700–¥900
At Narita and Haneda airports, larger or specialty lockers (like for skis) may cost up to ¥1,000. Still, that’s a small price for the freedom to explore unburdened!
How to Pay (Super Easy!)
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Forget fumbling with coins—Tokyo’s lockers are modern and easy to use.
- Most accept IC cards (Suica, Pasmo), you can also tap the IC Card on your iPhone!
- Many luggage storage in Tokyo also take credit cards
- Of course, 100 yen coins still work, and change machines are nearby
When you pick up your bag, just tap your IC card again or enter the code on your printed receipt.
Time Limits: Day Use & Multi-Day Lockers
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Most lockers are day use only—you’ll need to pick up your bags before midnight. But at busier hubs:
- Tokyo, Shinjuku, and Sapporo Stations: Multi-day lockers available (up to 3 days)
- Narita Airport: Storage up to 8 days
- Haneda Airport: 3–7 days, depending on the terminal
⚠️ Items left too long will be removed and kept at the station office (for a fee). Anything unclaimed for 30 days is usually discarded.
Luggage Storage in Tokyo Is Full? Other Options to Know!
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1. Staffed Service Counters
Found at Tokyo and Shinjuku Stations, Narita, and Haneda. Run by Yamato Transport, JAL ABC, and Sagawa Express. Store items for 7–30 days, larger luggage included.
2. Hotels/Hostels
Most Tokyo hotels store bags for free before check-in or after check-out. A huge plus!
All you need to do is ask the front desk about this and clarify until both party have mutual understanding and agreement.
3. Apps like Ecbo Cloak
Book storage in cafés, shops, and guesthouses. Costs around ¥500/day for small bags and ¥800/day for larger luggage, plus insurance up to ¥200,000.
Other apps like Radical Storage (¥850/day, no size limit) and Bounce are also available.
4. Luggage Forwarding Services
Luggage forwarding services allow you to ship bags directly to your next hotel or airport!
While companies like Yamato Transport are famous for this, booking through Klook gives you access to multiple trusted providers, letting you compare options and secure the best price and schedule for your trip.
It's perfect if you’re city-hopping and don’t want to deal with oversized baggage on trains.
Pro Tips for Easy Storage
Luggage storage racks are available at the ends of each car on the Narita Express.
Tips | Why It Helps |
|---|---|
Plan ahead | Large lockers fill up quickly—look deeper inside the station. |
Have a backup | If lockers are full, ask at a service counter or use an app. |
Take a photo | Tokyo stations are HUGE—snap a pic of your locker location. |
Look for lockers with green lights | They’re available—even less crowded ones farther from entrances. |
Use locker status maps | Some stations offer real-time availability (e.g., Coin Locker Navi machines). |
Confirm operating hours at staff counters | Especially if you’re arriving late or during non-peak hours. |
Relax about safety | Japan is one of the safest countries in the world. Lockers are secure, and lost items are usually returned. |
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With coin lockers, staffed counters, and handy luggage apps, Tokyo makes traveling light a breeze.
Whether you’re off to explore Shibuya, hopping on a Shinkansen, or squeezing in some last-minute shopping before a flight, you’ll never need to haul heavy bags again.
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